I’ve taken a huge step in my life and am preparing room for a new little one! I can’t wait to be a mom…dog mom, that is! Since I am preparing to sign my first lease, I have also thought long and hard about getting a puppy. The search process has been long and thorough. Although it was my initial plan, I decided against adoption because in my current position as an undergraduate, I do not believe I am fully prepared for a dog that may have experienced trauma in its past or has no identifiers that could tell me about its parents or potential growth. Because my family has raised one before, I have decided to get a toy poodle from a local breeder. I couldn’t be more ecstatic to take my little boy home! He has a few more weeks with his mother until he can safely be brought home — at this time, he’ll be up-to-date on shots and CKC registered. I understand that caring for an animal is a full-time job and also a financial investment, but it is one I am prepared to make. For the first time in my college career, I will not be going abroad this summer or again (unfortunately) before graduation, thus I see it fit to take on this responsibility. I am so excited to raise him on my own, and for him to have play dates with my sweet Brady and Teddy (his older “brothers”!) In the coming month as the little guy is getting ready to come home, I will be gathering supplies such as a bed, crate, food, and toys to welcome him home with so much love! Although I have my mind close to settled, I decided to create a fun poll with my list of potential names for my friends and family to give their opinions!
Take my poll here!
With love from a future dog mom,
Sarah Alexandra
